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P897 XYJ

1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,020 mi
Last recorded20,020 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E11,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP897 XYJ
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelP200E
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2018 20,020 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 19,997 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 19,538 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) P200E?

Based on 3,685 MOT tests across 367 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
359
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
367
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 24
Direction indicators not working 20
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 20
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P897 XYJ is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 11,763 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) P200E fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P897 XYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) P200E typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 29 years old, this Vespa (douglas) P200E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P897 XYJ registered?

P897 XYJ is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P897 XYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P897 XYJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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